Just in time for Hanukkah, the vivacious Mama Doni (aka Doni Zasloff) releases her new DVD, “Mama Doni’s Jewish Holiday Party” on Nov. 12. Doni’s “Party” is comprised of three segments featuring music and recipes guaranteed to infuse families with Doni’s irrepressible joy as they celebrate Hanukkah, Passover, and Shabbat (the sabbath).
The episodes tell the stories behind the holidays and include plucky bluegrass versions of classic and original songs sung by Doni and Eric Lindberg, whose fingers fly over his stringed instruments.In addition to sharing recipes for challah (pronounced HAW-lah) bread, matzo pizza, and latkes,
Doni reminds her young audience to savor the holidays’ themes: cherishing freedom, caring for those who are suffering, and taking the time to count our blessings — especially our loved ones.
“Mama Doni’s Jewish Holiday Party” DVD and “Mama Doni: The Acoustic Jewish Holiday Collection” CD, $19.98, www.amazon.com.
